Frome Community College

URN: 123862 • Frome BA11 2HQ

Overview

Name
Frome Community College
URN
123862
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emma Reynolds (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Bath Road, Frome BA11 2HQ

Summary

Frome Community College is a mixed community secondary school located in Frome, Somerset, with a current enrolment of 1,279 students and a capacity of 1,497. The school prides itself on fostering a culture of hard work, commitment, and discipline, ensuring that learning is central to its ethos. The dedicated staff work closely with students to help them achieve their potential, leading to strong academic performance and successful progression to further education and employment.

The curriculum at Frome College is regularly reviewed to provide a broad and balanced educational experience. Students in Year 9 have the opportunity to engage in a variety of subjects, including traditional academic disciplines and creative options such as Art, Drama, and Music, alongside innovative courses like Health & Social Care and Computing. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and clubs, to support students' personal development and interests.

The college emphasizes the importance of community and parental involvement, encouraging families to maintain regular communication with the school. This collaborative approach aims to ensure that all students receive the support they need to thrive academically and socially, preparing them for a successful future.

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Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
13 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1497
Pupils
1279
Boys
646
Girls
633
FSM %
20.60
Open date
Close date
2024-06-30
Last Ofsted
2023-10-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1279 646 633 1497 20.60
2024-09-11 1279 646 633 1497 20.60
2023-09-11 1267 645 622 1497 17.60
2022-09-11 1267 645 622 1497 17.60
2021-09-11 1213 608 605 1497 17.10
2020-09-11 1153 581 572 1497 16.60

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